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by Lvx
9 minutes ago
Forum: Coffee Brewing
Replies: 26
Views: 315

Moka pot question about the amount of coffee in the filter basket

Hello Phil, As I understand your question, the main reason you prefer to reduce the amount of coffee in your basket is so flow is better, more uniform, and there would be less bitterness. The moka pot can be a challenging device for extracting coffee. You have variable pressures, variable temperatures, variable flow speeds. With the right
by jmc999
10 minutes ago
Forum: Coffees
Replies: 1
Views: 47

Dragonfly Crema Dolce Espresso Brewing

My notes for a 54mm portafilter Bambino were to go 16 in, 24 out in about 27 seconds. Generally if I get too much sourness, my default is to grind fine enough to nearly choke the machine and pull close to 1:1. I might go 17 in, 20 out in 45 seconds. The idea being that the prolonged initial
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by Jeff
18 minutes ago
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 57
Views: 2016

Meaningful upgrade from Lelit Bianca V3

This may be true for your choices in espresso. However, for contemporary espresso that statement does not seem to apply. I agree that the Micra is a great machine for contemporary espresso, even doing a very good job with medium and medium-light roasts
by Zupatun
23 minutes ago
Forum: Repairs, Restorations & Mods
Replies: 0
Views: 5

Barrista Gadgets PiD to GC I bought used for $220

I found a Gaggia Classic on ebay and got it for $220 (plus $40 shipping). I looked at all the PiDs available--Guaggauino (overkill), SunGaze, Aliexpress XTM7100, Shades O' Coffee and Barrista Gadgets. All said and done, I just wanted good temperature control and nice, sleek look and ease of use PiD fit my needs. {image} Considered
by LObin
30 minutes ago
Forum: Lever Espresso Machines
Replies: 22
Views: 291

Troubleshooting la Peppina double basket fit

Here are Orphan Espresso's instructions on how to rebuild a La Peppina: {link} That washer or group valve is very finicky to adjust. I probably played with it a dozen times before finding the sweet spot. Here's how I did it: With the machine upside down, use the 3 screws to plug the holes. Then
by nick_111
54 minutes ago
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 57
Views: 2016

Meaningful upgrade from Lelit Bianca V3

Sorry, my wording was bad (English is not my native language). I meant that in your case you do have a very high quality grinder, which helps with the consistency, but if someone does not have such an endgame grinder then preinfusion might be even more important when it comes to consistency
by Marshmallow
55 minutes ago
Forum: Repairs, Restorations & Mods
Replies: 9
Views: 114

Long startup - Vibiemme Domobar Super

Thanks, appreciate your help. Given the age of the machine I wouldn't be surprised if it's the solenoid. I might be best to take it into the shop and get the pros to sort it out. Cheers
by tinpanalley
57 minutes ago
Forum: Coffee Brewing
Replies: 26
Views: 315

Moka pot question about the amount of coffee in the filter basket

Thanks for your post. Yeah, the thing is I've been letting taste be my guide since the mid-90s with BIalettis but the thing is that my philosophy has always been that with certain time honoured things, there is a way to do it. And it's pretty universally accepted that my never filling the basket was an evident "not the way"
by JayBeck
57 minutes ago
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 57
Views: 2016

Meaningful upgrade from Lelit Bianca V3

One other point. ALL espresso MACHINES HAVE PREINFUSION. Preinfusion has somehow become some sort of mystic 'feature' when the reality is every single machine has it. Preinfusion is the time from pump on to the coffee hitting pressure (sometimes referred to as the dwell). Flow Control or Line Pressure (or manual levers or certain
by francesco_ITA
1 hour ago
Forum: Coffee Brewing
Replies: 20
Views: 583

Dull, flat flavour with V60 and 1Zpresso SP6

I use Volvic water for the brews: {link}